Opportunity for a Production Planner / Scheduler to Join our Growing Team
Competitive Salary+ Retention Bonus of $500 + Much More
WE ARE ONLY CURRENTLY REVIEWING CANDIDATES WHO ARE LEGALLY ABLE TO WORK IN CANADA OR ARE LIVING IN CANADA.
Northside Industries, is an industry leader in the manufacturing and assembly of a variety of steel and aluminum fabrications for the Oil and Gas, Forestry, Heavy Duty Truck, and Mining sectors, serving our customers both locally, throughout Western Canada and exporting for over 50 years, providing the highest level of workmanship and service to exceed customers’ expectations.
Northside Industries is the winner of the 2022 Kelowna Chamber of Commerce Large Business of the Year, which means we have been recognized by our business peers as a leader in the business community, and a preferred employer in the industry.
The Production Planner and Scheduler utilizes ERP, MRP and EDI systems in a crucial role in ensuring the seamless operation of production processes. This role involves a blend of customer interaction, internal coordination, and technical proficiency related to analyzing customer demands, understanding capacity and influence on production while ultimately coordinating with internal and external stakeholders to position production schedules to effectively meet customer commitments. Working directly with customers on all demand related matters and overseeing ERP and MRP system to ensure alignment of demand through the entire production process.
Job Duties:
1. Production Planning and Scheduling:

• Develop and maintain a detailed production schedule to ensure on-time delivery of products and ensure alignment with Production Manager / Supervisor.
• Examines production specifications and capacity data, and performs mathematical calculations to determine production processes, tools, and human resource requirements.
• Utilize ERP systems to forecast production needs, monitor inventory levels, and plan resource allocation.
• Coordinate with Production Manager and/or Supervisors to resolve scheduling conflicts and adjust plans as necessary.
• Translates orders into a sequential work schedule including preparation of daily and weekly schedules for coordination with overall master schedule.

2. Customer Interaction and Order Management:

• Communicate order statuses, changes, and delivery timelines to the customer.
• Use EDI (Electronic Data Interchange) systems to manage customer orders, ensuring accurate and timely processing.
• Address customer queries and concerns regarding order specifications, production schedules, and delivery and updates Sales team.

3. Internal Coordination:

• Collaborate with internal teams, including sales, purchasing, engineering, and production, to understand requirements and constraints.
• Support sales staff with customer service functions including order specifications and delivery timeframes.
• Provide regular updates with recommended actions to the operations manager and other relevant stakeholders on production progress and potential issues.
• Participate in production meetings to discuss scheduling, resource allocation, and process improvements.

4. Quality and Compliance:

• Knowledgeable on quality standards and ensure that production schedules align with quality standards and compliance requirements.
• Work with the quality assurance team to incorporate quality checks into the production schedule.

5. Data Analysis and Reporting:

• Analyze production data to identify trends, inefficiencies, and areas for improvement.
• Perform capacity analysis in to support what-if scenarios, forecast changes, and plan for production growth.
• Generate reports on production performance, schedule adherence, and inventory levels for management review.

6. Continuous Improvement:

• Continuously seek ways to optimize production schedules and processes for greater efficiency.
• Contribute to the Health, Safety and Environment, continuous improvement, and LEAN programs.
• Stay updated on industry best practices and technological advancements in ERP, MRP and EDI systems.

Working Conditions:

• Manufacturing environment.
• Regular office hours with occasional overtime to meet commitments.

Qualifications and Skills:

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Operations Management, Engineering, Industrial Engineering or a related field or equivalent level of related work experience.
• Proven experience in production planning and scheduling, preferably in the steel fabrication industry.
• Advanced MS Office skills, understanding of Lookups, Pivot tables, macro recordings, data tables, charting, data sorting segregation and formula auditing.
• Basic understanding of relational databases
• Proficiency in ERP and MRP systems and a strong understanding of EDI processes.
• Highly analytical: critical thinker; strong analytical aptitude and attention to detail; due to the speed and rate of change occurring in this manufacturing environment, must be able to problem solve and think independently.
• Understands technical documentation, industrial blueprints and plans.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for effective customer and team interactions.
• Strong mathematical skills.
• Strong organizational and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple priorities.
• Knowledge of production processes, quality control, and other techniques for maximizing efficiency.

How to Apply:
Please apply through Indeed!
We thank all applicants for their interest in this position. Please note that only those who have been selected for an interview will be contacted.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: $52,000.00-$62,000.00 per year
Additional pay:

• Retention bonus

Benefits:

• Casual dress
• Company events
• Disability insurance
• Employee stock purchase plan
• Extended health care
• On-site parking
• RRSP match

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Application question(s):

• Are you legally able to work in Canada?
• What is your salary expectation for this position?

Education:

• Bachelor's Degree (preferred)

Experience:

• Schedule management: 1 year (preferred)

Work Location: In person